Otocol, Ear Drops, Relief Ear Pain - 10 Ml

Product Name

• Otocol, Ear Drops, Relief Ear Pain - 10 Ml

Scientific Name

• Chloramphenicol + Benzocaine 5% Ear Drops

Category Of Otocol Ear Drops

• Ear Drops

Mechanism Of Action Of Chloramphenicol & Benzocaine

• Chloramphenicol is an antibiotic that is effective against a variety of bacteria
• Chloramphenicol acts by inhibition of bacterial protein synthesis by binding with ribosomes.
• Benzocaine is a topical local anesthetic used for the temporary relief of pain.
• Benzocaine binds to the sodium channel and reversibly decreases sodium entry.

Therapeutic Indications Of Otocol Ear Drops

• The combination of Chloramphenicol/Benzocaine is used to treat bacterial infections of the external ear (otitis externa).
• Prompt relief of pain and reduction of inflammation

Method Of Administration Of Otocol Ear Drops

• Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or pharmacist has told you.
• Check with your doctor or pharmacist if you are not sure.
• This product is for external use only
• This medicine is intended for adults, adolescents, and children aged 3 years and older.
• The usual dosing is 4 drops into the affected ear(s) 4 times daily.
• Doses may be changed in special conditions so always follow your doctor's or pharmacist's instructions.
• If you take more than you should, talk to a doctor or go to the hospital straight away.
• If you forget to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember it unless it is nearly time for your next dose.
• Do not take a double dose (two doses at the same time) to make up for the forgotten dose.

Undesirable Side Effects Of Otocol Ear Drops

• Although the following side effects are not common in everyone, some patients may complain from:

1. Weakness
2. Ear irritation, burning, or stinging

Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Precautions While Taking Otocol Ear Drops

• If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, think you may be pregnant, or are planning to have a baby, ask your doctor or pharmacist for advice before taking this medicine.
• Your doctor will discuss the possible risks and benefits of using this medicine during pregnancy and breast-feeding

Non-Pharmacological Treatments & Advice To Strengthen Your Immunity

• We must acknowledge that the body’s immune system develops and strengthens as a result of care throughout different stages of life, which begins as early as the fetal stage. There are ways to boost immunity:

1. Proper nutrition: eat well-balanced meals
2. Consume immune-boosting foods such as antioxidants and probiotics. Also, some supplements like Sambune Capsules & C-Ronz 1000, Vitamin C With Zinc will be helpful
3. Stay physically active
4. Get adequate sleep
5. Avoid/ minimize stress
6. Avoid smoking
7. Stay up-to-date with vaccines
8. Follow all personal hygiene and infection prevention protocols including frequent hand washing, practice physical distancing, follow all hygiene procedures for cooking, and disinfect your home (particularly common surfaces) regularly.
9. Monitor your body temperature by a thermometer, for example Microlife Ear Thermometer or Beurer Thermometer

Warnings & Special Precautions while Taking Otocol Ear Drops

• Before you use this medicine talk to your doctor or pharmacist:

1. If you’re allergic to the active substance or any other component of this medicine.
2. If you have a burst in your eardrum.
3. If you or your family have blood disorders (e.g. Anemia) or bone marrow problems.

• Tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking, have recently taken, or might take any other medications including over-the-counter non-prescription medicines, prescription medicines, herbal supplements, vitamins, and supplements.

Storage Conditions Of Otocol Ear Drops

• Store below 25°c
• Don’t refrigerate the unopened container
• Not to be used for more than 28 days after opening the container, unless otherwise advised by your pharmacist.
• Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.
• Store in the original package to protect from moisture.
• Do not use this medicine after the expiry date which is stated on the box/blisters/label. The expiry date refers to the last day of the month.

For More Information About Chloramphenicol

• Ask your physician or pharmacist
• Visit SFDA website
• Visit Medscape at Information About Chloramphenicol
• Visit Drugs.com at Information About Chloramphenicol
• Visit DrugBank at Information About Chloramphenicol